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Fashion for Thought: March '08 Vogue Italia

FabSugarUK — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 12:27:29 -0800

Vogue Italia have taken a slightly unusual approach to their covershoot for March '08. The Amish styled shoot was shot by Steven Meisel and features models Agnete Hegelund and Kamila Filipcikova. Folk looks set to be big news for Spring/Summer with it featuring on the catwalks of Prada and Mulberry. Do you think that the shoot is too much?

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Reader Review of the Day: Cover Girl Trushine Lipstick

BellaSugar — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:00:14 -0800

Cover Girl TruShine Lipstick ($3.50) has earned several good reviews in the community since it came out on the market, and since shiny lips are a holiday must, I thought it might be a good time to share reader mizz_jennii's helpful review. She says:

"I was never a fan of CoverGirl's lip products until I tried this TruShine lipstick yesterday. I was in the market for a nude-ish lipstick and read about this particular color in Glamour magazine so I had to pick it up. I got it on sale for a little under $4 - not too bad! The lipsticks are arranged by skin tone, so picking a shade is a piece of cake. They are very soft and moisturizing - doesn't dry out my lips. I line my lips with Prestige Lip Liner in Silk followed by Petal Shine lipstick and I have the perfect nude-ish pink lip color. I can also swipe it on straight from the tube (without a mirror) and not worrying that it's all over my mouth."

Tried something and gotten just-right results? Tell us what you used and how you did it on our Product Reviews pages ( you might end up featured here on Bella, too). And while you're there, make sure to check out all the reviews other community members have written - we've got info on more than 50,000 products, and members are writing new reviews every day.

10 Easy-to-Fix Cover Letter Mistakes

SavvySugar — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:00:42 -0800

I have yet to meet a job hunter who doesn't dread writing cover letters. They're time-consuming and tedious, and unfortunately, they're unavoidable. It's easy to break cover letter etiquette if you're not careful. Those errors can cost you the job, so check out some common mistakes to be sure you're playing by the most important rules.

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The Cover Up App Masks Unpleasant Restroom Sounds

GeekSugar — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 03:50:16 -0800

Picture this: You just had the date of your dreams, so when he invites you to his place for a little night cap, you immediately say yes without hesitation. After a glass of wine, your stomach starts rumbling and you realize that extra spicy Tandoori chicken dish maybe wasn't the best ordering option for your first date. Next thing you know, you're in his bathroom, wondering how you'll be able to drown out unwanted restroom noise.

Not to worry! There's an app called Cover Up that is said to help women "save face in those potentially awkward situations in the office place bathroom, public restroom or at the new boyfriend’s house." For only 99 cents, you can choose from a variety of sounds (including running water, hand-dryers, and blow dryers) which are launched when touching any of the makeup compact areas - and yes, the makeup brush controls the volume!

You can have a peek at what the app looks like on your phone, when you read more.

Beauty Byte: Cover Girl is Looking for a New Queen

BellaSugar — Wed, 07 Feb 2007 13:53:22 -0800

Last week, Queen Latifah and Cover Girl held an open casting call to try and find a new woman to take over the throne. Instead of hiring another star or model, Cover Girl would like The Queen's replacement to be someone real.

Over 2,000 women showed up to the event held at B.B. King's in NYC's Times Square. Whoever is chosen will appear in the new ad campaign due out in June.

The contestants had 30 seconds to describe why they should be the makeup line's new face and to share how they have achieved both inner and outer beauty through overcoming an obstacle, an accomplishment, their involvement in the community, or standing up for something they were passionate about.

To read what Queen Latifah, had to say, read more

“The brand itself was made for real women. When the advertising agency wanted to include regular women in the campaign, I thought it really celebrated who we were targeting - an average, everyday woman of color with a story to tell.

36 women advanced to the second round of auditions and the new face will not be revealed for another two weeks. Which lucky lady will have her inner Queen revealed? Stay tuned for the results - having more than one winner is still being considered.

Fab Cover: Lara Stone for British Vogue

FabSugarUK — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 03:30:34 -0800

The December issue of Vogue hits newsstands today as the much talked about model, Lara Stone, scores her first UK Vogue cover. Lara was shot by Mario Testino (who seems to shoot nearly every cover recently) in a feature titled 'Stone Age' where she poses in Oscar de la Renta and Dior.

Inside the magazine there is a photoshoot starring Doutzen Kroes, who may seem like an unusual choice for Vogue UK, but who looks beautiful and Daisy Lowe.

I can't wait to get my hands on a copy of this issue to see all the amazing photos of Lara. How about you, will you be purchasing a copy?

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Reader Review of the Day: CoverGirl Advanced Radiance Age-Defying Makeup

BellaSugar — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:00:49 -0800

We all know that finding the right foundation is a process. Recently reader smesarchik reviewed CoverGirl Advanced Radiance Age-Defying Makeup ($12), praising it for its light coverage and low cost. Here's what else she had to say about this liquid foundation:

It is extremely soft to the touch - almost like velvet. The coverage is light-to-medium depending on how you apply. It smells wonderful and doesn't break my skin out at all. I have dry skin and it makes my face look flawless. I definitely recommend it for someone who doesn't need or want full coverage.

Our Product Reviews section has just about all you need to help you choose a foundation suited for your needs. Read and write reviews, peruse what other readers have to say, and check back here each day to find out which review I'll be featuring.

Fab Cover: Victoria Beckham for Harper's Bazaar

FabSugarUK — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 03:15:54 -0800

Victoria Beckham is the latest coverstar of Harper's Bazaar. The singer turned designer has shot two different covers for the December issue where she poses in black ensembles. There is also an extensive interview with Victoria where she talks about her solo pop career being "a mistake" and explains, ''I'm a complete control freak. I'm not the easiest person to work with because I'm so passionate and being a working mum, it's a balancing act.''

To find out how Victoria approaches her role as a designer, just read more.

Victoria also talks about her new role as a designer. She comments that despite being pushed in to performing from an early age, fashion is her true calling. She takes her latest role very seriously explaining,

"There's nothing worse than finding a designer that you like one season, you're so excited, and then next season they've done something different. I want my customer to be able to rely on me if they like a certain silhouette, moving them slightly each season, but keeping them happy."

Despite the success of her clothing line, Victoria admits to being very nervouse about her first presentation.

"I felt beyond vulnerable. I’d never known nerves like it in my life. The night before, I got nodules in my throat. I’d never felt such anxiety. I was very aware that people were expecting very short clothes, probably quite revealing, and I really went against that and showed the other side of me."

This issue hits newsstands on Thursday 5th November where you'll be able to read the whole interview. What do you think of the latest Harper's cover? To find out about Victoria's exercise regime and how she feels about Emma Watson jump over to PopUK!

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Photos by Alexi Lubomirski, courtesy of Harper's Bazaar.

Buzz In: Which Song Covers Do You Like Better Than the Original?

BuzzSugar — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 06:30:40 -0700

Cover songs typically get a bad rap, but every once and a while a remake of a catchy track comes along that's worthy of its predecessor. (Just take Sinead O'Connor's version of Prince's "Nothing Compares 2 U," for instance).

Kelly Clarkson did her own renditions of The White Stripes's "Seven Nation Army" and Kings of Leon's "Use Somebody" in concert earlier this week, and her samplings weren't half bad. (Check 'em out here). It got me thinking about the other great remakes out there - I'm a big fan of Cat Powers's cover albums, Sia's "Gimme More," and even some of the takes on Rihanna's "Umbrella" that ran rampant two years ago, like Mandy Moore's.

How about you? Do you have a cover song that you like even better than the original?

Leave it in the comments, or just pop over to BuzzSugar Community's Music Review Group to discuss anything music-related!

Fab Cover: Georgia May Jagger in ASOS Frock for Vogue

FabSugarUK — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 04:30:06 -0700

The latest issue of Vogue hits newsstands today with a member of rock royalty on the cover. Georgia May Jagger was announced as the face of Hudson jeans earlier this year and has now scored her first Vogue UK cover. She was shot by Mario Testino for the cover and the amazing thing is – she's wearing a very affordable frock!

The sequined animal print number is actually from ASOS for just £55! The move is surely an attempt by the publication to tackle the credit crunch as the issue also promises an alphabet of pound saving tricks.

The bright colours used are certainly eye catching and there is a very young feel to it. It contains shoots by Tim Walker, Shona Heath and Kate Phelan and breaks down the style of Kate Moss, Agyness Deyn, Lily Cole and Sienna Miller.

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